What is the cheapest way to get from Swanage to Tavistock?

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Tavistock is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanage to Tavistock?

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Tavistock is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Tavistock station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Swanage to Tavistock?

The distance between Swanage and Tavistock is 170 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

How do I travel from Swanage to Tavistock without a car?

The best way to get from Swanage to Tavistock without a car is to train and line 118 bus which takes 8h 12m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Swanage to Tavistock?

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Swanage to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Tavistock bus from?

Swanage to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Tavistock bus arrive?

Swanage to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Tavistock?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Tavistock is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Swanage to Tavistock.

Where can I stay near Tavistock?

There are 1408+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Swanage to Tavistock - 4 ways to travel via train, line 118 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Tavistock by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 118 bus
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Okehampton Interchange to Bedford Hotelbus 118
8h 12m
£65–130
Drive 112 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Tavistockcar 112 mi
2h 41m
£28–40
Line 50 bus, bus, train, line 66 bus, line 118 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peters Churchbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Tenby Housebus 66
6. Take the bus from West Street to Bedford Hotelbus 118 / ...
8h 44m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
11h 54m
£63–152

Swanage to Tavistock by bus and train

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8h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Tavistock, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 11h 54m.

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